Today, Kara’s Heavenly Father took her hand and led her home. She is free of pain and sickness. We will miss her kind heart and smiling face.
Thank you all for your caring words, loving support, and prayers. A special thanks to Kara’s church family of whom she loved dearly. She was showered with many gifts of love and prayers of encouragement. Her church is truly the body of Christ.
We are thankful the Lord put in Kara’s path physicians and medical staff who showed Kara kindness, gentleness, and encouragement.
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.”
- II Timothy 4:7
The name Kara means ‘beloved one’.
May you rest in peace, now, my sweet Kara.
Love, Mother
We will post information about the memorial service as soon as we know. In lieu of flowers, a memorial gift may be given to Bellaire United Methodist Church, 4417 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire, TX 77401.
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Kara,
We love you and we will deeply miss you.
Love,
Jen, Jonathan, Annie & JH French
"From grief afar and nearer thee, Father where thine own children are I love to be." Hymn written by Mary Baker Eddy.
We know that there is healing in death but for us there is also the loss of a friend.
Thank you for giving us the gift of friendship - you and your family took us in and befriended us when we were appointed to Bellaire UMC. Amy and I were newly weds, I was a newly ordained pastor, and we were new to Bellaire. Over the course of six years we shared meals, prayers, a Sunday School class, and the birth of babies.
Matt was an answered prayer for me when I was diagnosed with a strange, rare, genetic disorder -- but not so strange to him - the researcher sitting next to me. He patiently translated the medical jargon so that I understood what the future would hold for me.
You and Matt brought the gift of pizza to our house while I was recovering from surgery. Alot of people brought food - but you and Matt stayed and ate with us -- that is just the kind of person you were.
We don't understand everything. But we are thankful for the gift you were to us.
Grace & Peace,
Peter, Amy & Grace Cammarano
Just imagine the sheer joy Kara must have felt the moment she first saw Jesus. And imagine the throngs of people that are eagerly meeting and embracing her right now.
Kara, I will never forget you. Love, Barbara
Praying for comfort and peace for your family. Kara has blessed us all so much. She was a stranger to no one, friend to all, and servant to her Savior above all else. I am so thankful for everything she taught us through her actions, love, and friendship. I pray that each of you are wrapped in God's loving embrace.
"The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you. The Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace." Numbers 6:24-26
Love,
Leslie
There is one set of footprints--Jesus has carried her home. We all have a new angel watching over us today. Kara is smiling down from Heaven! She will never be forgotten.
May God be with you Matt, Emma, Luke, Doc, Carol, John Jr., Jean, Aunt Lois, the Herynks, and the rest of the Kellys...may He keep Kara's memory alive in you and bring you smiles each day.
Emma and Luke,
Your mom was so special. She was a loving, caring, and giving person who meant so much to each person who was privileged to have the opportunity to be a part of her life. She will always be with you--watching down over you from Heaven and guiding you and protecting you each day of your lives. Always know that you have a special angel in Heaven named Kara/Mommy who will always be in your heart.
Love,
Megan, Eric, Bailey, and Grant
Kara, you are a friend of a friend, so it is through them that I know your kindness and strength. You were given to your loved ones as a gift and you will leave footprints on their hearts forever. What a blessing you are! Matt, God Bless you and your family and may He bring you strength during this difficult time.
SAFELY HOME
I am home in Heaven, dear ones;
All's so happy, all's so bright!
There's perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.
All the pain and grief are over,
Every restless tossing passed;
I am now at peace forever,
Safely home in Heaven at last.
Did you wonder I so calmly
Trod the Valley of the shade?
Oh! but Jesus' love illumined
Every dark and fearful glade.
And He came Himself to meet me
In that way so hard to tread;
And with Jesus' arm to lean on,
Could I have one doubt or dread?
Then you must not grieve so sorely,
For I love you dearly still;
Try to look beyond earth's shadows,
Pray to trust our Father's will.
There is work still waiting for you
So you must not idle stand;
Do your work while life remaineth -
You shall rest in Jesus' land.
When that work is all completed,
He will gently call you home;
Oh, the rapture of the meeting!
Oh, the joy to see you come!
Author Unknown
Bless you for sharing your journey; allowing me to grow. My prayers are changed to PRAISE for this special time together.
You reached out - even at Kara's Homegoing - thinking of us. Your kindness,caring,thoughtfulness, Mom's tribute, Jean's dedication; "The Father and Child" have eased the pain.
Jesus continue to richly Bless the Kelly and Herynk families with The Treasures from Your Heart.
Today, Oct. 6 is Kara's Granddad Warner's birthday.
Dear Kara,
As I learned the meaning of Your name "Beloved One" God's Angel came to my mind. As You always had and still has in God's presence now, a loving aura around You.From the minute I learned of Your illness, till our children went to class together, I felt that it has been a true privilege to know You. Every morning I saw Your smiling face in school and the wonderful Love radiating toward Emma and Luke, and everyone You talked to. You were never too tired or rushed to inquire about everybody's well being.You talked about Your church family with such passion and Love . as well. I kept asking why sickness happens to such wonderful people like You, since here on Earth we could really use and benefit from people more like You.
You were wiser than this, Your faith has never questioned the will of God, You were one of His most faithful daughter that I have ever met. Thank You for being a beacon of light , and an example to follow in motherhood and Godliness!
I know You will continue to look after Your wonderful family from Heaven above, and I promise that all the people You have touched will try to ease the difficult times for Your dear children Emma, Luke and Matt and the rest of Your family.
Have peace , and radiating Love now in the Lord's presence!
Georgina
Dear Kellys and Herynks,
Words can't describe how sorry we are to hear this sad news. Our love and prayers are with you now and in the future.
all our love,
Kim & Kyle Upchurch
Jan & Fred Stidman
A candle now burns bright in her memory. We feel so priveledged to share in her life and memories. As sorrow sits along side our joy may they join together in tribute of the beautiful life she had with us and the glorious love that she shared with all of us. She is home but I know she will watch over her family until you can all be rejoined in his kingdom.
We love you.
Chris, Catherine, Nicholas, Justin and Brendan
We have no words that can provide you, your children and your families any comfort. You both touched many lives, and have so many friends who are here to support you, even though we cannot imagine your pain. Lean on us any time you need to.
-Gary and Jan
While there is comfort in knowing Kara is free of pain, my heart aches for the loss of such a remarkable life. I will always remember Kara for her smile and courageous spirit! Peace be with her family. We will miss Kara. Laura Valentine, David Ellis, Sarah Grace, and Sarah Elizabeth
It's hard to find the words. I just know that Kara and Matt welcomed me to Bellaire (and to grad school) with open arms and, yes, Kara's warm smile. I always looked up to her as a living example of Christ's love - the smile, the genuine concern for little ol' me. As a result I know that I am a better person for having known her.
I pray for God's continued protection for the whole family.
My love always,
Geoff Kannan
Matt, my heart is with you and your family, Kathy McKee
Kara has been such a source of strength for all of us - now it is our turn to provide that same strength and faith to her family. Matt, Emma and Luke: I have received so much from all of you - do you know that when I was diagnosed with cancer, Kara was the first person at my door with a meal? That's just like her. She led me through some difficult times and shared her experiences - "Zofran is your friend," she once said, when I was nauseated after chemo. I'm so grateful for the friendship that we had here on earth; I will now to look to heaven for continued guidance. Kara's spirit and love live on in all of our hearts.
Much love, Tracy Leonardo
Emma and Luke,
When you grow old enough to go through this journal of love and devotion, you will understand how dedicated your mom was to being God's servant and the quest for Him to heal her body. It is a loving testament to you, her precious children. With all her heart, she wanted to remain here with you.
I remember your mom as a sweet child. She grew into a lovely, warm and caring woman. I also remember how much she loved animals. At one point she was keeping a rabbit. When she let it loose in the living room, it would sit under the furniture and growl.
I'll remember her gentle voice and smile, such grace and thoughtfulness as devoted wife, loving mother, good daughter, grandaughter, niece, friend. I love you, Kara. I will miss you. I think you are smiling down from heaven ...and helping Jesus keep up with Grandmother Butterworth.
With love and continued prayers ,
Carolyn, Mike, Chris and Andy Martin
I never met Kara in person, but having gone to school with her daughter Emma I see what a great person she was. Now that I read all these messages I wish I could have met Kara at least once. If I see her later, I will make sure to thank her for all she has done, and all she will continue to living on in the hearts of others. I never thought you could miss someone you never knew, but Kara has proven me wrong.
Lots of love,
Joseph Sanderson
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